Network and Systems Specialist

Position Purpose

The primary purpose of the Network and Systems Specialist is to support the schools and offices of the Catholic Diocese of Armidale with the design, deployment, management and support of the network services provided to the CSO and schools to ensure the systems have high availability, are secure, are backed-up, and appropriate for purpose. The Network and Systems Specialist will also be required to substantively contribute to the design, deployment, management and support of all CSO ICT Services projects, systems and services.

As a member of a small and committed ICT Services team the Network and Systems Specialist will be required to proactively provide support and assistance to all ICT business as usual and project based tasks. The position will be required to interact with staff at all levels of the organisation and share information and work collaboratively with all ICT Services team members.

The Network and Systems Specialist will provide local system and infrastructure management and support, as well as coordinating work with external parties to deploy new infrastructure and support existing systems. The position will assist in the selection and implementation of new server and network infrastructure, and the design and management of the CSO WAN and office and school LAN environments.

The Network and Systems Specialist is responsible for maintaining and monitoring all network, security and CSO server systems to meet the organisation's current and future requirements, advise of structural or capacity issues, and develop plans to overcome increasing network and system demands.

The position will be based at either the CSO Office, located at 2/131 Barney Street, Armidale or CSO Tamworth Hub, located at 2/137 Marius Street, Tamworth.

Commencement

The commencement date for this position will be negotiated with the successful applicant.

Selection Criteria

Essential Criteria

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science (or similar)

• 3 + years managing complex IT and communication systems, services and infrastructure experience working in dynamic and geographically distributed multi-site environments

• Demonstrated infrastructure architecture planning experience

• Highly defined analytical, and problem solving skills, and demonstrated experience managing the response to complex ICT incidents

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills including demonstrated ability to:

- Build strong and effective relationships with stakeholders and colleagues

- Prepare documentation and plans, develop procedures, and implement standards for systems reporting

- Communicate effectively with both technical and non technical stakeholders

- Manage external vendor relationships to ensure best practice and value

• Excellent organisational skills including attention to detail

• Highly effective time management and ability to prioritise between multiple projects

• The ability to work collaboratively as a highly effective team-member

• The ability to work autonomously and take ownership of issues and projects

• NSW Driver’s Licence

Desirable Criteria

• Cisco CCNA certification

• ITIL Foundations Certification

• Demonstrated experience using Google Workspace and Cisco Meraki management portals

• Demonstrated experience working in a small and agile multidisciplinary team

• Knowledge/Experience of complex information systems integration

• Knowledge/Experience in an educational environment

Application

For questions regarding the professional nature of this position, please contact Richard Pursey - ICT Services Manager on 0435 659 765 or email rpurssey@arm.catholic.edu.au.

Before submitting your application, please ensure the following:

• You have carefully read the position description and ensure you understand the role you are applying for and that it is suited to your skills, experience and qualifications.

• Complete the relevant online application form by clicking here  and attach a cover letter (optional) and CV that clearly outlines your qualifications and career history.

Preferred applicants must have the right to work in Australia and will be subject to employment screening.